BS 76000 provides a framework for organizations to value people, for the mutual benefit of both parties.

This principles-based management system standard is based on the premise that people are an organization’s biggest asset and should be treated as such – so the organization gets the most out of them and people get the most out of their working life.

Central principles are:

The interests of staff and other stakeholders are integral to the best interests of an organization

The organization is part of wider society and has a responsibility to operate in a fair and socially responsible manner

Commitment to valuing people should come from the most senior leaders of an organization

The people who work for an organization have rights over and above those in law or regulation, and these rights and legal protections are respected by the organization

Each principle is of equal importance

BS 76000 uses the core structure and common text developed by ISO for all its management system standards, with additional guidance inserted to make it easier to understand and implement.

Why should you use BS 76000?

BS 76000 will help organizations of all sizes recognize the actual and potential value of their people and help develop a new and effective working partnership for sustainable success.

Who should use BS 76000?

It's relevant not only to HR professionals and large organizations with HR departments, but also to small businesses, those working with volunteers or temporary staff, recruitment agencies, and institutions that teach HR or governance – in fact all organizations.

Who developed this standard?

This standard was developed by experts from industry bodies, employers and unions, and refined by a 100-day public consultation. Care was taken to ensure that senior management was balanced with potential users, those representing workers and small business owners.

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